Listen "Ep 93: The Top Functional Tests for your Fertility Part 3: the DUTCH Test"
Episode Synopsis
We’re back with the final episode of our 3-part series on functional testing for fertility! 🎉Lindsey is joined again by our functional fertility dietitian, Anabelle, to unpack one of the most popular (and misunderstood) advanced hormone tests: the DUTCH test.If you’ve ever wondered whether the DUTCH test could be the missing piece in your fertility journey, this episode is for you.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:What the DUTCH test actually is (and why it’s different from standard bloodwork).The hormones and metabolites it measures—estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, cortisol, and more.Why the timing of the test matters (and why it’s not useful if you’re not currently ovulating).Who benefits most from running a DUTCH test—and who doesn’t.How results can uncover hidden hormone imbalances contributing to symptoms like:Short luteal phasesHeavy or painful periodsPMS or estrogen dominancePCOS-like patternsHow a practitioner interprets results and creates an actionable, individualized plan (and why running the test on your own can feel like reading another language).Next Steps:👉 Curious if advanced testing like the DUTCH is right for you?Take our free quiz to uncover what’s blocking your fertility and what your next personalized step should be.Take the Quiz HereConnect with Lindsey:Instagram: @food.freedom.fertilityWebsite: foodfreedomandfertility.comTwitter: @lindseylusson
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